New for 2018, the Fiiish Candy Shrimp lure. A new saltwater lure designed to target sea-bream, although it will slay all manner of saltwater species. The lure is metal, allowing you to fish at depth should you require. The lure's action is described as an undulating and planing action. The Candy Shrimp looks to be available in 2 colours, including UV and paint that glows. More info should become available after the major French tackle shows in the coming weeks.

With the summer season in full swing, many people are looking forward to vacations that focus on the outdoors. Indeed, throughout the UK and Europe, the warm summer months are the perfect time to get outside and enjoy wilderness destinations during a weekend away or a full summer vacation. Specifically, many travellers will be looking for places to go camping in the next few months.

The dates and venue have been confirmed for China's leading fishing tackle trade show, the 2013 Guangzhou International Fishing Fair:

Date: May 10th - 12th ,2013

Venue: China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex

With the support of some famous tackle brands, including Shimano, Rapala, PrecisionPak, Surmount, Seven Islands, GT-BIO, Casini, Lure Unlimited, American Eagle Claw and 3-Sworo Fishing Tackle, Fish Guangzhou has now been successful for 3 years, attracting ... Read the rest of this entry »

You may not have heard of IMA before, unless you're already reasonably interested in lure fishing. In comparison to lure manufacturers like Rapala, IMA is the new kid on the block and part of a cool, new wave of tackle manufacturers reaching our shores from Japan. The cool kids love them. Anoraks like me love them. But best of all, the fish seem to love them too. Out of ... Read the rest of this entry »

Just to clarify, we're not talking about 'Fishing Holidays' here, with intense angling itineraries and perhaps lavish tackle purchases for taking-on the highly targeted game fish of your choice - we're talking average family holidays abroad.

I'm sure we share the same dilemmas every holiday. You're an avid fisherman. You love fishing. You love fish. And consequently you always try to book a holiday near the coast in the hope you'll find time to flex the ... Read the rest of this entry »